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When to Plant Mâche in La Fayette, New York (13084)

Location

La Fayette, New York

ZIP Code

13084

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, March 14, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Mâche directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Valerianella locusta
Days to Maturity 45 days
Mature Height 4-8"
Spread 4"

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Partial Shade to Full Sun

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

4" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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Growing Mâche in Zone 5b

Mâche (Valerianella locusta) is a popular garden vegetable. In La Fayette, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Mâche grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.